Accountant

JOB PURPOSE

The selected candidate will establish and maintain internal accounting, debt & audit  controls as well as ensure the preparation & submission of all financial process reports.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Review accounts payable vouchers for maintenance and repair costs
Complete general ledger entries and manage cash balances.
Conduct research and audits to confirm enquiries regarding company statements.
Prepare and deliver to accounts payable units’ invoices for security deposit refunds.
Process and review accounts receivable for respective companies
Review account records such as non-recurring billings, cash receipts and credit memos to ensure accurate accounts.
Prepare and issue company statements to owners in order to update them on generated revenue and expenditure.
Analyze the general ledger to ensure its accurate and balanced.
Crosscheck input information for assets and company lease to ensure its up to date.
Oversee the remittance and reconciliation of taxes and all statutory obligations.
Carry out forecast to identify future cash deficiencies in order to effectively manage cash positions.
Analyze variances using specialized tools in order to reconcile payments which are against contract values.
Assist with the preparation of management accounts and yearly financial statements.
Maintain updated records on rental collections and mortgage payments.
Maintain updated records on collections and payments.
Ensure clients with mortgage facility pay their respective insurances on time by working closely with insurance companies/Agents.
Follow up with clients to ensure they pay their mortgage on time as stipulated in the contract.
Preparing monthly Aged Debtor Reports
Receipting, allocation and reconciliation of payments to customer’s accounts
Referring debts to third party collection agencies when necessary.
Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.
Assist with other accounting projects.
Or any other task assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in business management, Statistics, Commerce, Economics or any other business-related field.
Certified Accountant CPA (K) qualification
5 years’ minimum experience as an accountant
Excellent Knowledge in accounting software e.g QuickBooks
Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases.
Awareness of the commercial trends and developments within the industry
Corporate and personal tax experience

SKILLS

Must have superb interpersonal and organizational skills with proven ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Excellent organizing abilities
Great attention to detail
Good with figures and an analytical acumen
Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices
Must have exceptional written and oral communication skills with the enthusiasm and drive to significantly contribute to a mission-based organization.

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